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Evaluation of the feasibility of an error-minimized approach to powered wheelchair skills training using shared control.

Emma M SmithWilliam Cameron MillerIan MitchellWilliam Ben MortensonAlex Mihailidis
Published in: Disability and rehabilitation. Assistive technology (2020)
Individuals with mild to moderate cognitive impairment are able to learn the skills required to drive a powered wheelchair in as few as six training sessions. Further evaluation of the Co-pilot training program is required.IMPLICATIONS FOR REHABILITATIONShared control teleoperation technology may be used to augment learning in older adults with cognitive impairments.Evaluation of the feasibility of use of novel rehabilitation technologies is critical prior to engaging in large-scale clinical research.Individuals with cognitive impairment are able to learn the required skills for operation of a powered wheelchair.
Keyphrases
  • cognitive impairment
  • medical students
  • virtual reality
  • middle aged
  • study protocol
  • community dwelling